Nordic Innovation is owned by the five Nordic governments through the Nordic Council of Ministers and works to make the Nordic region a frontrunner in sustainable growth. Our mission is to create Nordic added value by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and global competitiveness in Nordic business and industry, as well as facilitating collaboration across national borders. Nordic Innovation runs programs and activities that help businesses develop and adapt to the green transition.
You will become part of a dynamic and pleasant working environment with colleagues from all Nordic countries. We offer an exciting position at the intersection of business and key innovation ecosystems in the Nordic region, with significant influence over our priorities.
The work will consist of both strategic and operational elements. Examples of tasks include developing strategies and programs, working on projects together with multiple partners, building networks, preparing calls for proposals, managing evaluation processes, and advising on and following up projects. You will have close contact with external companies and organizations, where it is important to adapt communication to different target groups in a professional manner.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
- Relevant higher education and a minimum of eight years of relevant work experience
- Curiosity and a strong interest in working with new technologies and topics that are critical for business on the path toward sustainability, competitiveness, and attractiveness
- Strong communication skills, with fluency in at least one Scandinavian language in addition to English
- Familiarity with the support mechanisms and programs of the Nordic countries will be considered an advantage
- Experience in international work is a plus
- Experience working independently on highly complex tasks and, at times, without established practices
We are looking for a driven colleague who thrives in social settings and is comfortable presenting to an audience. We offer ample opportunities for personal development and look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares ideas and takes initiative.
Personal qualities will be given significant weight.
The position is a fixed-term appointment for four years, with the possibility of extension for an additional four years. Civil servants are entitled to leave of absence to work at Nordic Innovation. Employees recruited from countries other than Norway will receive relocation compensation, in addition to a special monthly allowance. We strive for balance in terms of age and gender. Nordic Innovation’s staff should, as far as possible, reflect the Nordic population, and in the selection of candidates, Nordic Innovation seeks a balance among the various Nordic nationalities. The workplace is Oslo.
Nordic Innovation is one of twelve organizations under the Nordic Council of Ministers. Our mission is to contribute to making the Nordic region a frontrunner in sustainable growth by promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and international competitiveness in Nordic businesses. Nordic Innovation is headquartered in Oslo and has 20 employees.
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Chief Operating Officer Maria Strömberg (maria.stromberg@nordicinnovation.org, tel. +47 482 68 967) or
HR Advisor Kristine Høydahl (kristine.hoydahl@nordicinnovation.org)
Application deadline: 1 March 2026
